Free Garden Plan

Our free Planting Guide for this garden includes a larger version of the illustration, a detailed layout diagram, a list of plants for the garden as shown, a list of alternatives for each plant, and complete instructions for installing the garden. (Free, one-time registration allows unlimited access to Planting Guides for all garden plans.)

Imagine the brilliant colors and large, distinctive leaves of a tropical garden. With this planting plan, you won't have to imagine. With the robust flowers of the canna and the dark purple foliage of the sweet potato vine, the design is a study in the rich contrasts of the tropics. This garden uses a half-barrel or equivalent sized container, and will grow well in sun or partial shade and consistently moist soil.